A god implants in mortal guilt whenever he wants utterly to confound a house.
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ATHENA: There are two sides to this dispute. I've heard only one half the argument. (...) So you two parties, summon your witnesses, set out your proofs, with sworn evidence to back your stories. Once I've picked the finest men in Athens, I'll return. They'll rule fairly in this case, bound by a sworn oath to act with justice.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Justice requires hearing all sides of a dispute before making a decision.
This quote emphasizes the importance of impartiality and the necessity of considering multiple perspectives in any argument. It highlights the value of fair judgment and the role of witnesses and evidence in reaching a just conclusion, reflecting a philosophical stance on the nature of justice and decision-making.
Themes
JusticeDisputeEvidenceFairnessDecision-Making
In practice
Example use cases
During a legal seminar discussing the importance of fairness in trials.
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